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My sister’s caftan is from @anthropologie (bought this summer so maybe you can find on resale sites).

I’m wearing a @bananarepublic dress also from this summer with the @universalstandard denim chore jacket and a hat I got from a @madewell collab a year or so ago. I glammed it up with some gold chains and gold drop earrings, but kept it comfy for a night of standing and dancing with @birkenstock sandals.

This was my first big outing since my eye surgery, and with a pocketful of eye drops I felt good (and grateful we splurged for good seats!).

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This wasn’t the first clothing swap and folks in town know my style (and my job) so there were some waiting for my arrival. Look how fast I cleared out this big bag! Speaking of the bag one other swap attendee said she got herself a Hulken after seeing mine in action!

It’s so great to know our old clothes are getting a good life and this bag makes carting them to the cafe so easy! I got my Hulken on Amazon, it comes in other colors and sizes too: https://amzn.to/48iTY4Y yep the bag is as great as all those ads you see on social media, I’m a big fan!
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I can see clearly now…

Actually I can’t, but things after my retina surgery are much improved! My next appointment is in a month and I’m cleared to get back into the world (with some restrictions to protect my eye).

With a sclera buckle, it changes your eye shape and now I am nearsighted again (I had lasik a few years ago). Once the eye is stabilized I can get glasses or contacts but until then I’m 20/20 in one eye and right now 20/60 in the other. But the eye is healing beautifully and I feel positive!

And I could see clearly enough to fall for this poppy-colored cotton jumpsuit from @pistoladenim. It comes in a few colors but this one is my favorite. I went with XL (im@a 14, sometimes 16) and likely could have sized down but I enjoy the relaxed fit and the drawstring waistband to create shape. And hello zipper closure making it super easy to get on and off!

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I have come to embrace color and have way less black in my closet now, but a lot of these looks are timeless and I would wear now… just likely with lower heels! 😂

Do you recall what you were wearing a decade ago? How similar is it to how you dress now?

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Fashion Advice, Summer · August 20, 2019

#AmazonNightgown Dress Review: Will it Fit a Large Bust or Large Size?

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woman in a green floral dress cinched with a tan obi belt

Each season, there seems to be a handful of super cheap fashion items on Amazon that go viral. As a blogger, I know that Amazon really pushes their fashion with plenty of perks, therefore influencers push Amazon. Amazon converts well because the pricepoint and shipping is awesome. Also, if you click on this fashion item and don’t buy it, but you stock up on batteries and toilet paper and shower gel, the person who promoted that garment will get a commission off your non-fashion purchases (read my post on how blogs make money for more detail). Needless to say, I’m skeptical of “viral” Amazon fashion purchases. However, a blogger I respect for her honesty, Grace Atwood at The Stripe, started promoting a dress from Amazon (she calls it the Amazon Nightgown). The dress has gained major popularity (just check out the hashtag #amazonnightgown on Instagram) and it intrigued me. Consider me influenced, Grace! Since I didn’t see anyone who was cusp or plus-sized wearing it, I wanted to try it out – does the Amazon Nightgown work for a large bust and a larger clothing size?

woman in a green floral dress and tan belt spinning on a gravel road in the woods

What Size to Order in the Amazon Nightgown?

The Amazon Nightgown is actually a boho dress from the Chinese brand R. Vivimos, which seems to specialize in cheap boho-inspired fashion seen on very slim headless women. Nothing is over $50 in their Amazon shop, with the majority of pieces under $20. This specific dress is just under $30 with free Prime shipping and returns. Typical of much fast fashion on Amazon, the description is confusing, lacking information, and written by someone whose primary language is not English. The size chart is also confusing and typical of many brands like this made overseas, runs extremely small. I used customer reviews to choose my size; based on information about this dress being very tight in the bust and running small, I went with an XX-Large, the largest size available. For reference, I am 5’3”, wear a 36F bra, and usually choose a 14 or large in dresses. At the time I placed the order, only two colors were available in XX-Large; I chose what is described as Lightcyan.

back view of a woman in a light green floral boho inspired midi length dress

Through reviews on Amazon and comments on Grace’s blog post, many say the sizing isn’t consistent. Buy two sizes, return one. But be careful, not every size and color combination is eligible for free returns.  I didn't do this, with my bust size I chose to risk it being too large rather than having it too tight.

woman in green and pink floral dress walking away from the camera but looking back

What is the Quality of the Amazon Nightgown?

The dress arrived in two days, it was packed in a heavyweight plastic bag with zipper closure. I appreciated the packaging, it was protected but quite wrinkled. The garment tag has the brand and size; from it is a hang tag that states it is made in China, and uses international washing signs to state that you should hand wash, no bleach, iron on medium, hang dry, and not use the dryer. I plan to wash on gentle and line dry, will let you know how that goes.

backview of the dress

The dress description says this is “60% Cotton Blend Very Soft Material;” I think it feels and looks like rayon. However, it’s not thin; some rayon can feel so thin you could poke your thumb through it. This is a bit heavier, actually a nice weight for the kind of fabric. Do not expect the print to match up at the seams, but I did find the dress relatively well crafted – no loose threads and sewn with a pale mint-colored thread which matches the primary color of the print. The only stitching issues I saw were on the hem of the skirt where it looked as though threads from the fabric or hanging around the sewing machine got caught in the stitching and left a small lump, though the stitching was perfectly even on the back. There are two ties on the front of the dress, the color pretty closely matches the jade color in the print and are secured onto the dress by both being sewn into the binding around the neckline and stitched against the edge of the dress. They are not silky ropes, but feel more like cotton (which means it won’t untie at an inopportune time). At the seam separating the bust from the skirt, there is a line of Lightcyan piping; it’s the same color as the ground on the floral print. There is a border at the hem of the skirt, it is part of the print and not a separate piece of fabric.

Lightcyan (essentially seafoam green with jade and pops of coral) is NOT the color I would normally choose, but I kind of love it. It sort of reminds me of this dress I used to own yet brighter. It feels more retro instead of boho, more summery, and I think will look great with gold jewelry, with white, and with tan and brown leather sandals and belts.

the underarm panel of the dress

I steamed the dress with my trusty garment steamer before this shoot.  It held up pretty well.  This was shot in a day that was over 100 degrees and high humidity.  We walked to the shoot location, and the belted photos were taken before the unbelted so you can see how it did being cinched. 

woman in a boho inspired dress with her arms out dancing
Details on the look: the earrings are from Jenny Bird and the necklace is too (both were gifts from the brand). The belt is from ADA Collection, and the shoes are very old from Bella Vita (though I found some still on Amazon)

Does the Amazon Nightgown Fit a Large Bust?

The XXL is really big. I think an XL would have fit my size 14 body much better but think the bust would have been snug. And considering how low the neckline is, if it was tight in the bust I would be popping out. This fits comfortably in the bust, but is quite voluminous everywhere else with too-long sleeves.  However, this makes it super comfortable, sort of in a Lily Pulitzer meets Mrs. Roper kind of way.  Because of the yoke and that there is a separate panel of fabric under the arms, it's not a complete tent and has a bit of shape both in the front and back. It's all about what look you're trying to achieve and the occasion for it.  Personally, I think it looks better with a belt.

woman in floral midi length dress

There are two ties at the neckline. When both are tied with my bust, it looks like a nightgown, whether or not it is belted. With one untied it feels more relaxed and beachy. Keeping the second tie closed keeps me from flashing my bra; if you examine my neckline you will see a bit of my bra showing, especially if you are looking down at me. This could be remedied with a camisole, but to be honest this is something that if I wasn’t buying this for this review, would make me return it. This is the kind of dress that you want to be easy and breezy, and both descriptions go out the window when you need to add a second layer.

woman in oversized light green dress with her arms up to show the size

What Belt is Best for the Amazon Nightgown?

This dress is far more appropriate for streetwear when adding a belt.  I tried several belts in my wardrobe; I thought a wider vintage brown leather belt with an O-Ring closure would look good but it made all the volume look messy when cinched.  I tried an elastic belt, a skinny belt, a chain belt. The best looking belt is this obi belt from ADA Collection, which I've had for years (see me wear it here).  It's very soft leather, wider in front and smaller in back so it gathers the fabric more gently making it look less like a cinched bag.  I found my exact belt (it's the color tan, it comes in a lot of different colors) at Amazon and at Zappos; at both retailers, it is $85 with free shipping. If this seems pricey, know this belt has remained in my closet for over a decade, and when I have bought cheaper obi belts they haven't been as soft, as contoured, or as good with a tummy and soft curves.  Unfortunately, this belt only comes in one size and from experience, I know it only fits up to a 16 at most.  I have yet to find a worthy equivalent with such fit and quality in plus sizes; if you know of one please share in the comments. 

woman in light green floral dress cinched with a tan obi belt

What I Don’t Like About The Amazon Nightgown

I really really wish this dress had pockets. This is the kind of dress I’d throw on over my swimsuit, would wear around the house, or maybe try to Glam Mrs. Roper it with gold flat sandals and gold hoops and bangles and it would be far more versatile and wearable with pockets.

I think the washing instructions are a turn-off. I promise to update this post once I’ve laundered this dress to let you know if it can be simpler. If it handles the machine on gentle and line drying, I will then try the washer and dryer (taking one for the team!). I know the majority of you do not have the time or desire to hand wash and line dry a dress you plan on wearing for maxing and relaxing.

I don’t like that I am a size 14 and fit the largest size available. This is one of the MANY reasons why I don’t usually feature popular Made in China fast fashion looks on this site. It’s terrible for many reasons, one being that it rarely is available in extended sizing.

The sleeves are bracelet length with an elasticized hem. The sleeve is comfortable when down, but if you push it up and have larger arms like I do, it may not be comfortable. I also find even when pushing the sleeves up even into my elbow, the sleeve has so much volume they're still full length on me.

Alison in the green floral dress unbelted walking to the left

Would I Recommend the Amazon Nightgown?

If you are a 16 or 18 with a C or smaller bust, this dress may work for you. Otherwise, this dress is made for those who wear standard 0-14 sizes. If you have a DDD or larger bust, buy both one and two sizes larger and return the one that doesn't fit; if you’re a C or larger you likely only need to try one size larger and then your regular size.  As I mentioned above, order two sizes (that are available with free Prime returns) and keep the one that fits best.  Yes, the Amazon nightgown fits a large bust, but only if you're a smaller clothing size.

I don’t think it does my body any favors, I don’t think it looks chic or cool or trendy, I don’t see it as a piece that will work for a lot of real-life scenarios, but everyone’s life is different and if this seems like a dress that would benefit your life and personal style, it’s a great price and pretty good quality for what I’ve seen sold for ten times this price.  Me personally, this dress is likely only going to be used as loungewear and as a swimsuit coverup. 

Would you wear this dress? Have you seen it online and considered it? I’d love to hear your thoughts!

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  1. Chris says

    August 21, 2019 at 1:58 am

    Allie,

    I like the way the dress looks on you. But you have a way of making almost anything look good, a talent many of us mere mortals are not capable of.

    Thanks for doing a review for all of us. Oh, I am thinking it’s going to come apart no matter how carefully you launder it,

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      August 22, 2019 at 3:10 pm

      I think it will too, we’ll find out this weekend when I wash it!

      Reply
  2. Nicole Kowalski says

    August 20, 2019 at 4:19 pm

    I kind of hate everything about this dress. The boho look, the inexpensive fast fashion aspect, the pushing of it on Amazon. But the color is pretty on you and of course, you made it cuter than it really is with that belt. The belt is something I would buy. The dress? I’ve spent too much of my money on fast fashion. Not doing it anymore. Thanks Alison!

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    • Alison Gary says

      August 22, 2019 at 3:10 pm

      My pleasure! And I think it’s smart to hold off on the dress.

      Reply
      • Flo says

        August 29, 2019 at 8:04 pm

        Ali, did you know they featured one of your photos above on Inside Edition (the episode that aired today around 11 am, maybe noon?). I was out when I caught a glimpse of it on a tv screen and had to come home and check your blog for such a post, and yes, here it is! They were discussing this very dress.

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        • Alison Gary says

          August 29, 2019 at 8:05 pm

          A friend taped it and just sent it to me! How wild! Loved the sexy pan up of me, cracked me up!

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          • Flo says

            August 29, 2019 at 11:26 pm

            You make that dress look so much better!

  3. RoseAG says

    August 20, 2019 at 3:38 pm

    I like the colors and appreciate the review. The style is cute but it’s not really a wear to work kind of dress so my wardrobe doesn’t need a lot of different boho dresses.
    I’ve purchased several inexpensive things this year that haven’t done well in the laundry and I have resolved to push my quality level up so I’m not throwing $30-40 dollars away on something that I only wear once or twice.

    So cute, but not for me.

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      August 22, 2019 at 3:11 pm

      I fully agree – save your money for higher quality that fits your lifestyle!

      Reply
  4. Xat says

    August 20, 2019 at 2:16 pm

    I’ve seen it because influencers influenced me and no, I’d never wear it. I only wear dresses and skirts when the feeling I’m going for is fancy or party or sophisticated or powerful or classic; I can’t imagine myself in something relaxed boho like this. Also, at 5’2″ and 105 pounds with a flat chest, I’d feel like a child playing dress-up in her mother’s nightgown, cool obi belt or no.
    Thanks for sharing this review, I appreciate seeing popular items on different people.

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    • Alison Gary says

      August 22, 2019 at 3:11 pm

      My pleasure!

      Reply
  5. Michelle says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:19 am

    I just received this dress last week! Haven’t worn it yet, but generally agree with Alison’s review. I like the boho vibe, but it’s tight on my chest and the dress looks way better with a belt, which sort of goes against the easy breezy feel I was looking for. Still, it’s cute and can be dressed up. Definitely size up if you have a larger bust. I am usually a size 8 or 10 in dresses, bra size 34C and I am about to bust out of the medium!

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    • Alison Gary says

      August 22, 2019 at 3:12 pm

      Thank you for sharing your experience with it, Michelle!

      Reply
  6. Ayala says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:10 am

    Mine too!!!

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    • Ayala says

      August 20, 2019 at 11:15 am

      This was meant to reply to LEU2500 & Leslie re: “Lily Pulitzer meets Mrs. Roper”

      Since I’m making a second comment, the dress color looks better in your pics than it does on Amazon’s website. And I agree that it does look better with the Obi belt.

      Reply
      • mayanlily says

        August 21, 2019 at 5:42 pm

        I have never posted before, but I wanted to say you look adorable…just perfect for a casual party or dinner…it is a happy look !

        Reply
        • Alison Gary says

          August 22, 2019 at 3:13 pm

          Thank you so much!

          Reply
      • Alison Gary says

        August 22, 2019 at 3:12 pm

        I always dug Mrs. Roper’s style, even as a kid! And thank you!

        Reply
  7. Anna says

    August 20, 2019 at 10:00 am

    love the print but at 5’2” (38D) I think it would be too much volume and an awkward length on me.

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      August 22, 2019 at 3:13 pm

      It is a lot of dress, especially for us shorties!

      Reply
  8. laurel says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:47 am

    Looking great in turquoise! Thanks for the belt link. It does look like a classic!
    https://littleblackdomicile.com/2019/06/10/mother-teresa-turquoise-and-how-our-design-team-works/

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    • Alison Gary says

      August 22, 2019 at 3:13 pm

      It’s a fab belt!

      Reply
  9. Bette says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:21 am

    I love this dress and think it looks fantastic on you.

    Question — does the bust seam come right across your bust? From the photos, it seems it might? For me, this would be a deal-breaker.

    Re the elastic in the sleeves — I always just snip it out and then roll the sleeves.

    I air dry almost all my clothes — I have a super functional drying rack I bought in the UK and it is easy to lay items flat to dry. My main motivator in the beginning was, I’m tall and I don’t want my pants to shrink in length! Now, I find it preserves my clothing and minimizes any need for ironing.

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      August 22, 2019 at 3:14 pm

      Yep, the seam is at a weird place. I see a lot of other women pull their breasts up over the seam, but then their breasts are sort of pouring out of the neckline.

      Love that idea for sleeves! These are so big I’d fear they’d be a sloppy mess but something to consider for other pieces!

      Reply
  10. Leu2500 says

    August 20, 2019 at 7:31 am

    “Lily Pulitzer meets Mrs. Roper” LoL!

    Reply
    • Leslie says

      August 20, 2019 at 8:43 am

      My favorite line of the post, too!

      Reply
    • Krista Alexander says

      August 20, 2019 at 10:45 am

      YES! And I thought I was the only person who remembers Mrs. Roper!

      Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      August 22, 2019 at 3:15 pm

      LOL I love that you all get the reference!

      Reply

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Actually I can’t, but things after my retina surgery are much improved! My next appointment is in a month and I’m cleared to get back into the world (with some restrictions to protect my eye).

With a sclera buckle, it changes your eye shape and now I am nearsighted again (I had lasik a few years ago). Once the eye is stabilized I can get glasses or contacts but until then I’m 20/20 in one eye and right now 20/60 in the other. But the eye is healing beautifully and I feel positive!

And I could see clearly enough to fall for this poppy-colored cotton jumpsuit from @pistoladenim. It comes in a few colors but this one is my favorite. I went with XL (im@a 14, sometimes 16) and likely could have sized down but I enjoy the relaxed fit and the drawstring waistband to create shape. And hello zipper closure making it super easy to get on and off!

My husband took this photo right after my eye appointment, I think it reflects my positive attitude and feeling of hope! 🧡

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I’ll be a bit quiet on here and other channels because I had eye (retinal) surgery this past weekend. I was having what I thought were ocular migraines but come to find out I was experiencing lattice degeneration, which is thinning/holes in the retina. I had surgery Saturday for my right eye and later on they’ll work on the left eye, which isn’t as bad and can be remedied by laser, in office.

I share not because I’m Mrs. Frizzle meets Iris Apfel as I recuperate at home, but because this whole thing has been a lesson on trusting my gut. And I want to remind you to do the same.

As we get older our bodies can feel like strangers. Things are constantly changing and it’s easy to just assume your annual physical will catch anything wrong. But if you slow down and listen to your body you’ll know when things are just a sign of aging and life and what seems unusual. That nagging issue may be something more serious.

And if you’re seeing flashing lights, floaters, spiderwebs or other odd eye things get checked out ASAP. It may be nothing but take it from me, it may actually be something. ❤️

Okay, going back to my big sunglasses caftan recuperation life!

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Ladies who lunch…

While in Savannah, I made sure to get lunch reservations for me and E at @theoldepinkhouse she loves the color pink, historic homes, and ghost stories so it was a perfect choice! 

Built in 1789 on Reynolds Square, there are stories of guests seeing ghosts, cutlery and wine bottles moving along with an elegant and truly delicious dining. 

While we didn’t see any apparitions, we did have a lovely lunch with impeccable service and after toured all floors of the home. I highly recommend a visit if you’re visiting Savannah!

My dress is from @cosstores (no longer available); hat is @furtalk and bag is @talbotsofficial (no longer available).

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Scenes from a week in Savannah… 

The three of us (and our dog Oscar!) had a warm and humid but wonderful time exploring Savannah, Georgia earlier this month. Our daughter visited this gorgeous city last summer with her @girlscouts troop but wanted to return to experience more. We let her choose our adventures and play your guide and it was awesome. We cannot wait to visit again, though next time it won’t be August 🥵

For more of our trip check the “Savannah” highlight on my profile page!

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Stripes are always right…

Y’all know I love stripes and when @universalstandard came out with their Breton-stripe dresses and tops I HAD to try them! As expected, the quality is stellar, the fit boosts my confidence, and I appreciate the range of colors (5 different stripes to choose from) and sizes (00-50). For reference, I’m wearing XS but preferred S for the top and I usually wear a 14 or XL in other brands.

The tote is @able and it’s a soft yet durable leather that just looks better with time. This color (cognac) is one that transitions nicely from summer to fall. 

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Aug 27

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The family that wears @printfresh together stays together 🥰

Use code wardrobe_oxygen for 15% off your order of size-inclusive organic cotton sleepwear, dresses, bags & more https://glnk.io/qk04/wardrobe-oxygen

I’ve been raving about my Printfresh pajamas for years, my family also wanted to try them. Thank you Printfresh for gifting these for our annual three generation girls’ getaway to Rehoboth Beach, DE. We had a great time and being all matchy matchy in our pajamas was a fun addition! 🐅🍃🥰

#printfresh #printfreshpajamas #printfreshpartner

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Shuts laptop until Monday… #RehobothBeach

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